Associate in Science in Applied Computer Science

Will Earn Upon Program Completion: Associate in Science (A.S.) Degree

Why major in Applied Computer Science?

Students wishing to pursue management or other business-oriented positions in the information technology field should consider Applied Computer Science. The computer science courses in the applied program are the same as those in the computer science program, but the science and mathematics requirements are less theoretical. Due to the rapid growth in computer technology, there are abundant employment opportunities for A.S. graduates. Typical entry-level positions include technical support specialist, network technician, database application specialist, PC technician, and Help Desk technician. ECC’s Applied Computer Science program is designed to prepare students to transfer to a four-year institution as well as to directly enter the Information Technology field.

If I major in Applied Computer Science, can I transfer to an upper-division college or university?

Yes. The Applied Computer Science program prepares students to transfer to institutions offering a B.A. degree in Computer Science, a B.S. degree in a less theoretical Computer Science program, or a B.S. degree in Information Systems.

Are there any requirements I must satisfy before I start taking courses in my major?

Based on your placement test scores, you may have to take developmental courses in reading, English, and/or mathematics before taking the core curriculum courses in your major.

How long will it take for me to complete this degree?

If you do not need developmental course work and you register for an average of 17 credits each semester, you can complete the degree in two years. Part-time students can complete the program in three or four years.

NOTES:(1) The two General Education Integrated Course Goals, Ethical Reasoning & Action and Information Literacy, are both addressed by the required curriculum described above, regardless of specific choices made by the individual student.(2) This plan assumes the completion of all required developmental courses in reading, writing, and mathematics as well as other pre- and co-requisites for some of the courses, as listed in the Course Descriptions section.